Govt. M. H. College of Home Science and Science for Women Autonomous Jabalpur

Department Of Chemistry

Chemistry is the scientific study of interaction of chemical substances. Chemistry is often called "the central science" because it connects the other natural sciences such as biology, astronomy, material science and geology

The Department of Chemistry was established in 1958 for teaching the subject at undergraduate level. In 1969 permission was granted by government & University of Jabalpur (Now know as R D University, Jabalpur) to run Postgraduate course i.e. MSc Chemistry with specialization in three disciplines, Physical Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, Organic Chemistry. This is the biggest department of the college with sixteen sanctioned posts. Chemistry is a compulsory subject in seven course combinations, offered at undergraduate level. The faculty members are qualified, devoted & regularly participate in academic activities for their academic growth. Over the years the department has maintained its standards in the field of teaching, research, and other academic & administrative activities.

“Biochemistry” is the science concerned with Chemical Nature & Chemical behavior of the Living Matter. It has a wide scope in the field of Medical, Pharmaceutical, Nutritional, Environmental, Clinical Diagnosis. Looking at the scope of the subject, Biochemistry was introduced at undergraduate level in 1994 – 95, with the initial financial assistance from UGC under the scheme of “vocationalization of courses at undergraduate level” Presently this course is run under the self-finance scheme.

Chronological Development of the Department
Year of Establishment : 1958
Undergraduate courses with Chemistry

1958

Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics
Chemistry, Botany, Zoology

1994

Chemistry, Biochemistry, Zoology

1969 Postgraduate Course in Chemistry

with Specialization in Physical Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, Organic Chemistry

2003 The curriculum of MSc was restructured in light of “UGC Model Curriculum” where efforts have been made to minimize the compartmentalization of Chemistry into conventional three branches. Following New features have been introduced

All papers are compulsory in I & II semester, which covers three fourth of the curriculum
Introduction of Bioorganic, Bioinorganic & Biophysical Chemistry
Compulsory paper on group theory & spectroscopy
Compulsory paper on photochemistry & solid state Chemistry
Compulsory paper on Environmental Chemistry
Compulsory paper on Application of Computers in Chemistry
Paper of Mathematics for students coming from Biology stream
Paper of Biology for students coming from Mathematics stream

2008 Compulsory project work & Internship have been introduced retaining the main sprit of the curriculum.

HEADS OF THE DEPARTMENT : CHRONOLOGICAL ORDER

1	Prof M. Nandi	1958 – 1967
2	Prof. S. Shrivastava	1967
3	Dr. O. S. Tomar	1967- 1968
4	Dr. M. P. Agnihotri	1968
5	Prof J. V. Chandvasker	1968 – 1973
6	Dr. N. L. Jain	1973 - 1978
7	Dr.G. S. Lamba	1978 - 1988
8	Prof M. Kaveshwar	1988 - 1992
9	Dr. S. N. Sthapak	1992 – 1995
10	Dr. M. Dave	1995 – 2001
11	Dr. K. Gupta	2001 – 2006
12	Prof. R. N. Mhetre	2006 – 2007
13	Dr. P.K. Agrawal	2007 – 2010
14	Dr. Manjul Shrivastava	2010 – 2013
15	Dr. D.S. Gupta	2013 – 2016
16	Dr. Rashmi Saxena	2016 till to date

COURSES RUN BY THE DEPARTMENT & SYLLABUS
Conventional Courses

At Undergraduate Level: course combinations
- Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics
- Chemistry, Botany, Zoology
At Postgraduate Level
- Chemistry

Course Under Self Finance Scheme

At Undergraduate Level : Course combination
- Chemistry, Biochemistry, Zoology
- Chemistry, Biotechnology, Zoology
- Chemistry, Microbiology, Botany
- Chemistry, Clinical Nutrition & Dietetics, Zoology
- Chemistry, Microbiology, Zoology
- Chemistry, Biotechnology, Botany
The Curriculum of Biochemistry covers the detailed study of following the topics
- Biomolecules
- Biophysical & Biochemical Techniques
- Enzymes
- Metabolism
- Nutritional Biochemistry
- Clinical Biochemistry
- Environmental Biochemistry
- Molecular Biology
The curriculum of Undergraduate & Postgraduate courses is
- Recommended by Central Board of Studies and approved by HE the Governor of M.P.
- Approved by “Board of studies” of Chemistry

CHEMISTRY DEPARTMENT

PHYSICAL INFRASTRUCTURE The Department of Chemistry is spread over 1275-sq.m area at ground floor. Laboratories are very spacious and equipped with specified Chemicals & Instruments. Looking at the large number of students at undergraduate & Postgraduate level, the Department has procured sufficient large number of glassware, Instruments & Chemicals.

Instrumentation Laboratory: The Instrumentation Laboratory is equipped with various instruments used for carrying out experiments pertaining to Physical, Inorganic & Organic chemistry. The major instruments are as follows:

Colorimeter
Spectrophotometer
Digital pH meter
Polarimeter
Nephlometer
Conductivity Bridge
Potentiometer
Flame Photometer
Oscilloscope and Function Generator.
Electrophoresis
Thermostat
Muffle Furnace
Analytical Balance
Mono Pan Balance

Electronic Balance
Electric Oven
Centrifuge Machine
Flask Shaker
Hot plate
Thermostat with Glass Stand
Vacuum Pump
TLC Equipment
Melting Point Apparatus
Shaker with thermostat
Magnetic Stirrer
Slide Projector
Stop Watches
Refrigerator

Common Laboratories: The department has five common laboratories & 2 P.G. Laboratories for carrying out “qualitative & quantitative” analysis by classical methods, “Organic & Inorganic synthesis”, chromatography & other various exercises. The working tables are fitted with Granite stone top, gas burner, and “reagent shelves” for common reagents. Solid reagents, concentrated acids, & special reagents are kept on side shelves.

Laboratory of Biochemistry The Department has a separate laboratory for Biochemistry practical. The laboratory has been upgraded with new instruments. The major instruments are mentioned here:

Blood Analyzer
Colorimeter
Pen pH Meter
pH Meter
Centrifuge Machine
Electrophoresis
Micropipettes
Various kits for testing
Glass Distillation

ICT Infrastructure Interactive gadgets like Models, Overhead projectors, LCD Projector are used for effective teaching.

Computer 06
Laptop 01
LCD Projector 02
Overhead Projector 05
Software: Molecular Modeling
Software: SYSTAT for statistics

Library The departmental library has been established to cater to the needs of postgraduate students & faculty members. Total number of 1317 reference books & text books cover various titles of Physical Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Spectroscopy, Group Theory, Photochemistry, Solid state Chemistry, Electrochemistry, Quantum Mechanics, Coordination Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry, Environmental Chemistry., Computational Chemistry & Analytical Chemistry. The department has subscribed following journals

Journal of the Indian Chemical Society,
Indian Journal of Chemical Technology
Indian Journal of Chemistry
Indian Journal of Biochemistry & Biophysics.

Research & Other Academic Activities : Research is the integral part of the department. Faculty members are guiding students for their Ph.D degree & working on minor research projects, financed by University Grants Commissions. The thrust areas of research are natural products, adsorption, and polymers. It is worth mentioning here that faculty members regularly update their knowledge by attending & organizing Seminars, Workshops & Lecture series by Eminent Professors. Few academic / Research activities are :

Minor Research Project completed : 04
No. of Registered Research Scholars : 03
No. of PhD Awarded : 02
No. of Registered Guide : 02
No. of Paper Published (Last 5 years) : 20
Faculty members availed sabbatical leave for their PhD degree, under the Faculty Improvement Programme of UGC & State Government.
Seminar on Industrial Chemistry & workshop on Effectiveness of Computer based Chemistry were organized with the financial support by UGC.
Lecture series by renowned author & speaker Dr. P S Kalsi on Enzymology & Stereochemistry.
Lecture series by renowned author & speaker Dr. P S Kalsi on Enzymology & Stereochemistry.
Microscale Techniques By Dr. S L Kelker Retired Professor, University of Pune.
Lecture series by renowned author & speaker Dr. P S Kalsi on Medicinal chemistry & Stereochemistry.
Lecture series by renowned author & speaker Dr. P S Kalsi on Stereochemistry & Retrosynthesis .
Lecture on Fundamental of Spectroscopy. view
Lectures on ‘Ion Exchange Chromatography’.
Lecture series on ‘Chemical Dynamics’.
Lecture on ‘Photo Electron Spectroscopy’. view
Lecture on 1. ‘Electron Spin Resonance’ 2.‘Overview on Research activities’

ACTIVITIES CLUB Activity Club named Curie club has been constituted to organize various academic activities for the students. Through this club the department arranges various programmes like

Organization of workshops / seminars
Organization of guest lecturers
Educational Visits . view
Publication of departmental Magazine “ Chem-Era “.
Inter collegiate interactions
Interdisciplinary Interactions
AWARENESS PROGRAMMES 1. Topic – Importance of Nucleic Acid 2. Topic – Methods of Drug Designing -RNA Interference.
3.Topic – The Curse of Corrosion 4.Awareness Programme on Pollution Control view

Poster Presentations view

Poster Presentation by Biochemistry Students on Health & Diseases
Poster Presentation by Chemistry and Biochemistry Students On Save our Mother Nature
Poster Presentation B.Sc. VI Sem. Biochemistry Students -Title Bacteria phase
Poster Presentation - PG Chemistry Students -Title – Bio Inorganic Chemistry

Job & skill Oriented Training Programme view

Workshop on Chromatography and Conjoint Spectroscopy view

Workshop on Importance of Soil testing and its advantages view

Three days Training programme on High Performance thin layer chromatography. view

COMMUNITY SERVICES view

GOLD MEDALS

MSc Chemistry Topper : Professor R.N. Mhetre Memorial Gold Madel : Donated By Mhetre Family.
BSc Biochemistry Topper : Donated By Dr. Rashmi Saxena

“ EACH ONE ADOPT ONE” SCHEME Under this scheme faculty members provide financial assistance to bright students belonging to the economical weaker section of the society. Faculty members of the Department contribute generously under this scheme.




"INTERNATIONAL YEAR of CHEMISTRY - 2011" / LECTURE SERIES / WORKSHOPS